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Cheapest round-trip
$127
Typical prices: $172-$360
Southwest
Sat 8/29Mon 8/31
FAT - SAN • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$127
Typical prices: $174-$335
Southwest
Mon 8/24Sat 9/5
FAT - SAN • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Average duration is 1h 19m
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 60% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Fresno to San Diego (FAT-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Fresno to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Fresno to San Diego

Sat, Aug 29 - Mon, Aug 31
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 11:15 am
FAT
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SAN
5h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 11:00 pm
SAN
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FAT
7h 40m
2 stops
$127Southwest
Mon, Aug 24 - Sat, Sep 5
Southwest Logo
6:20 am - 7:35 am
FAT
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SAN
1h 15mnonstop
Southwest Logo
6:05 pm - 7:30 pm
SAN
-
FAT
1h 25mnonstop
$127Southwest
Wed, Dec 2 - Sat, Dec 5
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:02 pm - 8:26 pm
FAT
-
SAN
1h 24mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:20 am - 9:48 am
SAN
-
FAT
1h 28mnonstop
$131Alaska Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:07 pm - 8:23 pm
FAT
-
SAN
1h 16mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:06 am - 9:38 am
SAN
-
FAT
1h 32mnonstop
$131Alaska Airlines
Sun, Aug 30 - Thu, Sep 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:18 pm - 8:14 pm
FAT
-
SAN
25h 56m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 3:57 pm
SAN
-
FAT
5h 57m
1 stop
$133Multiple Airlines
Mon, Aug 31 - Thu, Sep 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:11 am - 8:14 pm
FAT
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SAN
10h 03m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 5:35 pm
SAN
-
FAT
7h 35m
1 stop
$143Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 7
United Airlines Logo
2:10 pm - 8:45 pm
FAT
-
SAN
6h 35m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:00 pm - 8:27 pm
SAN
-
FAT
3h 27m
1 stop
$157United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12
United Airlines Logo
6:21 pm - 10:47 pm
FAT
-
SAN
4h 26m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
7:43 am - 11:21 am
SAN
-
FAT
3h 38m
1 stop
$157United Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
American Airlines Logo
12:53 pm - 6:18 pm
FAT
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SAN
5h 25m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
6:25 am - 12:02 pm
SAN
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FAT
5h 37m
1 stop
$159American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
4:32 pm - 9:35 pm
FAT
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SAN
5h 03m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
9:46 am - 3:51 pm
SAN
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FAT
6h 05m
1 stop
$178American Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Fresno to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Fresno to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Fresno to San Diego?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Fresno to San Diego departing in August.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to San Diego from Fresno usually cost between $172 and $360 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $127 on Southwest (Aug 24-Sep 5).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Fresno to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Fresno to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Fresno to San Diego, look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Diego, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Fresno to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Fresno to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Fresno to San Diego is January, where tickets cost $168 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $267 and $237 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Fresno to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Fresno to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Fresno to San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 60% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Fresno to San Diego

 
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Jenna Scatena

Expert on FAT

Journalist and Travel Writer, Jenna Scatena is an award-winning travel writer with a love for sharing stories and exploring new places, especially by Vespa. Though she's from San Francisco, she has spent a significant chunk of her vacation days over the last decade eating her way through Texas and sleeping in hotels around the world—especially in California, the Middle East, and Europe.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$49
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Fresno to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Fresno to San Diego

  • What flights are offered between Fresno and San Diego?

    Because Fresno and San Diego are such a short distance from each other, it’s possible to find several direct daily flights between the two cities. Non-stop flights for this route are often serviced by Alaska Airlines. You may also find flights that a layover, which frequently occurs in San Francisco.

  • How can I travel from downtown Fresno to Fresno Yosemite International Airport?

    An easy way to get from downtown Fresno to Fresno Yosemite International Airport is by driving, which takes around 10 to 15 minutes in total. You can also use public transportation instead if you are looking for a more environmentally friendly way to get here. Bus line 26 will bring you directly to the airport in approximately 30 to 35 minutes.

  • What transportation options exist between San Diego International Airport and the city center?

    Driving from San Diego International Airport to the city center typically takes around 10 minutes. Those that would like to take public transportation instead can hop on bus line 923, which will bring you to the heart of San Diego in around 20 to 25 minutes.

  • Is it possible to rent a car directly at the San Diego International Airport?

    San Diego International Airport has its own on-site rental car center that can be found in the arrivals terminal, not too far from the baggage claim. In this center, you’ll be able to choose from a few different companies including Alamo, Avis, and Fox. All of their cars are parked nearby, so it won’t take long for you to get to your rental vehicle.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Fresno to San Diego?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Fresno to San Diego was $49 for a one-way ticket and $127 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Fresno and San Diego?

    Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Fresno to San Diego?

    Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Fresno to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Fresno to San Diego?

    The Embraer 170 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Fresno to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Fresno to San Diego?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Fresno and San Diego, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Fresno to San Diego?

    There are nonstop flights from Fresno to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Fresno to San Diego, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Fresno to San Diego are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $174 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $233 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Fresno to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Fresno to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Fresno to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Fresno is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Fresno to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to Fresno with another airline. Booking your flights between Fresno and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Fresno to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from Fresno up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Fresno to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $185 or less one-way and $192 or less round-trip.
  • If you’re traveling for work or an important occasion and want to make sure that you look your best, head to the barber in the main terminal of Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT). The barber services are open from Tuesday to Friday between the hours of 9 am and 5 pm and on Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) has several nursing rooms that parents are welcome to access for free. These rooms have plenty of space for strollers and contain comfortable chairs, changing tables, sinks, and outlets.
  • If you have an early flight from Fresno Yosemite International Airport, you will most likely want to book a room at a hotel near the airport. The Wyndham Garden Fresno Yosemite Airport is a nice choice that is around a 5 minute drive away, while the Quality Inn Fresno Yosemite Airport can be found less than 10 minutes from Fresno Yosemite International Airport.
  • To freshen up after traveling all day, you can head to the Airspace Lounge at San Diego International Airport. For a small fee, you can access the shower facilities and you will even be provided with basic toiletries and a towel.
  • Fresno Yosemite International Airport offers a few different parking options, including an economy parking lot, as well as both parking lots and parking garages that offer short and long-term options. Most of these parking options accept both cash or credit for payment.

Prefer to fly direct from Fresno to San Diego?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Fresno Airterminal to San Diego.
Find which airlines fly direct from Fresno Airterminal Airport to San Diego Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Fresno Airterminal to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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Direct returns

San Diego to Fresno Airterminal

Monday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Friday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

Alaska Airlines,Southwest

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